2009 BMW M5 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 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 357 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |