2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 490 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Convertible | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4797 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 657 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
