2008 BMW 135 vs. 2009 BMW 635
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2009 BMW 635 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 635 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |