1988 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 13 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 535 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |