2006 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 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 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
