1988 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
