2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 BMW 530 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. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |