1999 BMW 529 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. Both 1999 BMW 529 and 2007 BMW 335 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 529 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 529 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 529 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
