1972 BMW 520 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302

To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.

Compare all specifications:

1972 BMW 520 1970 Volkswagen 1302
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 520 1302
Year Released 1972 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 64 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm


 

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