2009 BMW 545 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW 545. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |