2007 BMW 130 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
