2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M6.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
