2005 BMW 535 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 335 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 535 | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |