1969 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
