2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
