2006 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
