2010 BMW 335 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 335 and 2011 BMW 335 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
