2002 BMW 332 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
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 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
