1988 BMW 535 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 14 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 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 535 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
