1988 BMW 535 vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1988 BMW 535 and 1988 Buick Skylark were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 535 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |