2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |