2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 42 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 155 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |