1972 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 181
To start off, both 1972 BMW 3 and 1972 Volkswagen 181 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 181.
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:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1972 Volkswagen 181 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3 | 181 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
