2007 BMW 550 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 735 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
