1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | Citi |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |