2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 BMW 550

To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 2007 BMW 550
Make BMW BMW
Model Z4 550
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 4797 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 657 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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