2007 BMW 550 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |