2008 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Vector M12.
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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | 550 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
