1988 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 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 109 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
