2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |