2008 BMW 545 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 1 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 45 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |