2008 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 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 39 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 535 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1404 mm |
