1988 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 579 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 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
