2011 BMW 750 vs. 2010 BMW M5

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW M5 would be higher. 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 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 750. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.

Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M5. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 750 2010 BMW M5
Make BMW BMW
Model 750 M5
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 609 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5215 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1902 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 3211 mm 2888 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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