2005 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
