2008 BMW 550 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 550 and 2009 BMW 550 are equipped with a 4,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 BMW 550. 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, both vehicles can yield 490 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
