2004 BMW 535 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
