2007 BMW 130 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 130 and 2009 BMW 535 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
