2009 BMW 535 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
