2008 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
