2009 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel GT 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 240 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2008 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |