2010 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa

To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW 550 2012 Lancia Musa
Make BMW Lancia
Model 550 Musa
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4854 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1847 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1468 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2888 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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