2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
