2007 BMW 550 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |