2007 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
