2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 545 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |