2011 BMW 550 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 650. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 650. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
