2007 BMW 550 vs. 2001 BMW 520
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 10 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2001 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |