2009 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |