2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
