2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 BMW 328 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 328. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |