The 135 is lighter than the 3 series but due to its unique shape has higher drag so the 335 actually edges it out in a straight line. Be sure that you are actually getting the DCT and not the auto slushbox or you will regret it (this does not apply to the new 3 series as that ZF unit is superb). They were willing to sacrifice top speed for an incredible power band around town Lastly, DCT equipped cars have 2.56 and diesel cars have 2.81 final drive ratios. Conclusion: When you modify your N54 or N55 powered E9X or E8X, a proper differential is an essential modification if you want to put all of that power to the ground. Transmission VS Paddle Shifters (& DCT): Pros and Cons! Dual Clutch vs Manual Transmission (DCT vs MT) BMW M4 & M3 I Manual Swapped My BMW! My E90 Has Never Been More Fun! BMW 335i Review - 440HP of N54 Boost! STOCK N54 335i 6-SPEED MANUAL! REVIEW Review: 2013 New for 2010 is the available 7-speed dual clutch transmission that helps the 135i reach 0-60 mph in 5 seconds compared to 5.1 seconds with the six-speed manual. The heavier 135i convertible N54 Dual Clutch vs Manual Transmission (DCT vs MT) BMW M4 & M3 BMW 335i Review - 440HP of N54 Boost! 335i Manual Swap (Part 1) Manual vs. DCT | E92 BMW M3 Comparison - Which is (Auto - 20psi) vs. BMW 135i (Manual - 22psi) Both N54 So many people have asked why I didn't get a manual and there are a few reasons as to why I opted for an I can find about ten 335i's on Craiglist right now within a two hour drive, but only one is manual. The manual is a 2008 model going for about $12,000 at a dealership. Most of the 2008 automatics go for about $9000 from private sellers. As much as I'd prefer to get a manual, I'm tempted to get one of the automatics because of their availability. I've got a brand new manual gearbox atm but I'm thinking to do the 8 speed in the 125i or buy a n55 135i and just do the n54 swap with the z4 35is INAMOS software. on my 1m ECU. I used a n55 DCT in my DCT swap from a standard 135i and have zero issues. (Other than xhp being a headache lol) The only difference between e9x/e8x series DCTs is Aug 11, 2014 #1 This weekend I test drove a 2012 BMW 135i with DCT transmission and M-Sport package The 2014 Focus ST 6speed manual was fully loaded, leather recaros/nav/moonroof/sound system I was