2011 BMW 528 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW 528 and 2010 BMW 535 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 528 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 528 | 535 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
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 | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |