2012 BMW 535 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, both 2012 BMW 535 and 2012 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2012 BMW 535 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
