1988 BMW 535 vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 11 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 BMW 535. 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | 535 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
