2009 BMW 550 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |