2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
