1988 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 535 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2415 mm |