2009 BMW M5 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 4 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 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
