1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3.3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
