2007 BMW 750 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 750 and 2009 BMW 550 are equipped with a 4,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 362 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
