2004 BMW 530 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 535 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |