2006 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 744 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 942 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | BMW | Zenvo |
Model | 550 | ST1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3055 mm |