2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Fiat 500, 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 550 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1368 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |