2007 BMW 550 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 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 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |