2005 BMW 535 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 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 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
