2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 Fiat Bravo 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 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 550 | Bravo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |