E90 / E92 xDrive vs RWD | Key Differences You NEED to Know! | E92 BMW 335i

Follow me on Instagram:
/ lifeby_cars
Music:
Sappheiros - Truth
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported
Video Link: • Sappheiros - Truth (Vl...
**Some links may be affiliate links, meaning I earn a commission when you make a purchase. Thank you for your support!
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Video Gear:
GoPro: amzn.to/3bE41H4
Tripod: amzn.to/3i9jBeO
Suction Cup Mount: amzn.to/38EIAn2
GoPro Arm / Tripod: amzn.to/2LOCtnr
GoPro Screen Protector: amzn.to/35EoHe3
Wind Protector: amzn.to/3t6x0cT
SD Card: amzn.to/3iiLuRS
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Editing Equipment:
Mac Mini: amzn.to/2XDaYjg
Trackpad: amzn.to/2XB0j8z
External SSD: amzn.to/3oHM3Hl
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tools:
Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/38I4RR3
Torque Wrench: amzn.to/39yCJiz
Drill: amzn.to/3rmZv3I
Amazon Fire Tablet: amzn.to/35G906d

[@JD2.0N54]

I have an e92xi manual. I installed my down pipes without lowering the subframe. Just remove the passenger side axle. And you can use the 335i eibach lowering springs, they also fit the xi. I've had mine going on 2 years. It's my first BMW and turbo car and i do everything myself.

[@lifebycars5849]

Glad to hear you figured out a way to do the DPs without lowering the frame. I can’t say I’m looking forward to attempting on a car that spent its whole life around NE winters but definitely need to do the install at some point

[@garrettgiuffre5653]

If you don't do it yourself you'll be broke fast

[@ros102]

@@lifebycars5849 I did it myself and didnt even take out the axle.. its really not as hard as people make it seem. Just have someone there to help hold it while you struggle to put the v-band clamp back on and youre all good

[@broken5471]

I would love a step by step on this, considering going catless

[@lucasrobison99]

​@@ros102 I also did this on a n54 xdrive without removing the axle.

[@EvoOfBigAks]

Honest and dead accurate, great video dude!

[@lifebycars5849]

Thanks man!

[@christopherdobbins5123]

Thanks. Great video. You helped me make up my mind. It seemed I had 2 options available in my market. (That I was interested in) rwd manual transmission or xdrive automatic. After watching this I definitely want the rwd manual! Just the weight alone. But also the easy of wrenching. Thanks!

[@superpremium93]

Informational .. I was thinking of xdrive before my rwd , glad on my decision

[@lifebycars5849]

Good choice. That’s what I’d do if I did it again

[@jongordon5048]

I disagree with the statement that there isn’t a lot of aftermarket support for the xDrive models. You can buy lots of parts from places like Ecs tuning and bc racing that make parts specifically for the 90 xDrive models

[@ArtemDzhadzha]

H&R lowering springs helped me greatly, but not fully fixed the look. But anyway much much more pleasant look. xHP made app that disconnects front axle, or changes the ratio. It makes it fully RWD, again, it doesn’t fix all the weight and geometry, but just a way get some fun

[@Nordmore68]

I don't know if they didn't deliver the xdrive-cars with M-suspention in the States, but they definetly do in Europe. I have had both xdrive and rwd, and the body roll is the same, and same ride hardness, etc. BUT the difference when going hard on roads with turns is the understeer of the xdrive. The extra weight in front and other geometrical changes makes it less grippy in the front. It's like driving a good Audi, and a turn that felt ok at 115 mph in the rwd feels a bit scary in 95 mph in the xdrive. Same Michelin Pilot sports, same conditions. One can get rid of this problem with adjusting ride height and fiddle with some angles, but it costs quite some money.

[@chawenhalo0089]

BMW kept a pure hydraulic steering system in these xdrive cars whilst all other LCI moved to electric steering.

[@knstormshadow]

I thought they also had to use a diffrent pump/rack setup due to the awd system making the steering heavier

[@artur9266]

Why do you have so little views? So good and informative video

[@lifebycars5849]

Thanks! I’m still a new channel so I appreciate the support!

[@Sharpened_Spoon]

That's it. I don't think you buy an Xi/XDrive if you're not planning to rely on the vehicle in snow, and summer driving is cruising or have a different vehicle for sporty driving. Also, seems like ~$1400 for a B8 suspension kit. I think that's fair if you want better stance. Stiffer springs will compensate for less travel.

[@alessiopirrello2899]

is the differential of the 335 xdrive electronic self-locking as in the 335i?

[@lifebycars5849]

Yes same exact rear end with the same e-diff programming as the RWD

[@LeViIain]

Well, that convinced me to not get the xDrive. As a Canadian, this means I'll have to do 10x the amount of research to find the spec I want, if it even exists. Oh well, what we wouldn't do for the perfect car. Btw you covered every single question I wanted to know, I thought I would spend all night on forums to find out the pros and cons, thanks man!

[@lifebycars5849]

Glad it helped! Hold out for that perfect spec it’ll be worth it. Has to be one somewhere up there in the great white north

[@stevensteven87ec30]

Get the 335 d with x-drive if you live in Canada and you’ll never regret it

[@amgkid3105]

@@stevensteven87ec30 does it have the n54 ?

[@stevensteven87ec30]

@@amgkid3105 no, it’s a diesel variant and it’s faster stock than an N54 but less tunable, super duper reliable engines though

[@LeViIain]

@Burnt PePPeroni I enjoy a challenge when driving it's never a task, I also like the raw aspect of rwd cars. Outside of what I personally enjoy it is indeed not logical, I'm not gonna even attempt to make a point that 😂

[@ty95011]

Damn I should've waited I guess ima download x delete

[@Hot80s]

i'm 51 winter is on the ground 7 months a year ( mtl ) so i'll get a low-cost 335xi auto coupe i doubt i'll ever go over 400hp with it. With the auto xi cars anything more i should check on besides typical n54 stuff? thanks.

[@lifebycars5849]

The xDrive components are pretty solid and don’t usually cause many issues. Probably a good idea to just change the diff / transfer case fluid and make sure non of the CV boots are broken

[@shitnutzx2]

From mtl too

[@nereyeistersen4230]

Xdrive chasis is the same rwds? I have donor e91 330xd. I want to convert my rwd to awd.

[@lifebycars5849]

Same chassis but completely different front subframe, brake components, ABS system, etc. it’s not as simple as just swapping in the AWD parts

[@nereyeistersen4230]

@@lifebycars5849 It is very difficult to find an awd vehicle in Turkey. I brought this vehicle from germany and I want to convert my rwd vehicle registered in turkey to awd. I will get support from a specialist. I just wanted to know if it's possible. Both vehicles are solid and running. thanks!

[@lifebycars5849]

Yes, possible but will require quite a bit of extra work. Good luck!

[@nereyeistersen4230]

@@lifebycars5849 thanks 🙏🏻

[@yxghostxy5320]

I don’t know what you are talking about , I’ve done most of the modification you are talking about on my e92 xdrive:)

[@dinchone]

What do you think about X delete?

[@lifebycars5849]

Haven’t personally used it but I hear people enjoy it

[@dinchone]

Seems like a very fun tool, and it doesn't harm your powertrain. It only disengages the front diff clutch.

[@dimitrisar2322]

Any idea-mod for auto awd to withstand extra torque on turbo upgraded setups? Thanx!

[@lifebycars5849]

xHP can be used to increase torque limits and line pressures to help avoid slipping with big power. It’s a pretty powerful tool

[@dimitrisar2322]

@@lifebycars5849 I am on pure turbos stage 2 and thinking to go conservative.500 whp max… will it be ok or transfer case will rip..?? :-)

[@lifebycars5849]

Sounds like it would probably be okay for you but do your research since I don’t have any first hand experience. Pretty sure I’ve read of people at that power level and the transfer case being fine

[@pastorgains999]

xDrive doesn't make sense on a coupe, I don't get why there's so many out there.

[@timtresch4848]

does most of this apply to e60 535i/535xi?

[@khemchee4685]

your wheel has a dent

[@sebaj8386]

So basically rwd is a million times better lol