2007 BMW 760 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, both 2007 BMW 760 and 2007 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 BMW 550. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 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 Weight | 2105 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |