2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2926 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |