2002 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 550 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |