2011 BMW 535 vs. 2009 BMW 335
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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
