2004 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Opa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
