1988 BMW 535 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 22 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
