2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |