2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
