2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 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 118 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |