2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 487 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 550. (570 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
