2007 BMW 320 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
