2001 BMW 735 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
