2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 BMW 740
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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 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 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3901 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |