2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
