2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
