2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 5 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. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 393 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |