2011 BMW 528 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 528 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
