2009 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 535 | Viva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
