2009 BMW 550 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 185 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |