2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
