2009 BMW 535 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 535 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |