2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 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 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 132 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 BMW 128. 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
