2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 116 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |