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Differences between 533i and 535i model years? (archive)
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Posted by Jeff Olson on November 18, 2000 at 16:29:21:

I was told the '85 535i had a better(stronger?)5-speed transmission than later year 535i's. Other than electric seats what other differences are there between early and later year 535i's. What about significant differences in the 533i? Is there a particular model year for either car that is better than others?

A few differences of opinion are out there about the horsepower and torque for either model!

I understand the HP for either is the same, 182, but the 535i has 10% more torque and a lower final drive ratio, (2.63:1) than the 533i. Peak HP for the 535i is at 5400 rpm instead of 6000 for the 533i. Better acceleration (0-60)times for the 535i? Which has a higher top speed?


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