1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1800 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
