2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 545
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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 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 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
