1988 BMW 535 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 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 30 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 611 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 535 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
