2009 BMW 635 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 635 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 635 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |