1988 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
