2005 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 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 39 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
