2009 BMW 545 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
