2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 BMW 750 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 750. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 BMW 750 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 750 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3499 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |