2005 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 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 119 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535. 2005 BMW 535 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. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 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 | 1730 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
