2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 335 and 2012 BMW 335 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |