1970 BMW 2000 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 BMW 2000 | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 2000 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |