2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4797 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 657 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
