2011 BMW 535 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
