2009 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
