2008 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
