2007 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
