Okay guys, 545i vs 535i...who takes the win?
07-15-2013, 10:10 PM
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My Ride: 545 2005 Model. Full spec so happy with as is.(for the moment!)
Being a 545 05 owner you would think I would opt for the the 545.... But I think the 09 model would be a better choice over the older 04 545, less technical issues I feel.
07-16-2013, 06:48 AM
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My Ride: 2014 535 Alpine White
I have a 550i and i raced my friends 2013 535xi twice and i pulled away from him. The 535's have lag and you need a JB4 or mods to beat a 550i. I love the sound of my V8 and wouldn't trade it for a 535. Even through the 535 is easy to get more power from, its only a matter of time before those turbos go out from use of the JB4.
07-16-2013, 06:50 AM
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There are several real world tests of the 550 vs the 535 and the 550i is barely faster. As in maybe half of a car length the whole test. Even though the 535i is less hp and torque, i assume the weight difference is enough. Since the 550i is more powerful than the 545i, i can only assume that the 535i is faster. Hope that makes sense.
I have a 550i personally but i would switch to a 35 for the gas savings. Performance is there when you need it. I do love the sound of the V8 though.
As a side note would anyone put 8k into a 45 or 50 to supercharge it? I would love the extra power but just cant see that expense.
I have a 550i personally but i would switch to a 35 for the gas savings. Performance is there when you need it. I do love the sound of the V8 though.
As a side note would anyone put 8k into a 45 or 50 to supercharge it? I would love the extra power but just cant see that expense.
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