1988 BMW 535 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 12 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 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 41 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
