1988 BMW 535 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 535 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
