2008 BMW 650 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |