2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
