1969 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. 2009 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1969 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1969 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volkswagen 1302 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1302 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
