1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
