2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | M6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |