2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
