2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 279 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4395 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |