2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 550 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 760 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6128 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
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 | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |