1988 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 370 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 535 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |