1973 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 152 kg more than 1973 BMW 525.
Because 1973 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
