2009 BMW 760 vs. 2009 BMW 535

To start off, both 2009 BMW 760 and 2009 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 760 2009 BMW 535
Make BMW BMW
Model 760 535
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5971 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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