1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 50 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
