2009 BMW M5 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |