1988 BMW 535 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
