2010 BMW M5 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 BMW M5 and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW M5 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |