1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW 640

To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Volkswagen Passat 2012 BMW 640
Make Volkswagen BMW
Model Passat 640
Year Released 1973 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4894 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1894 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2855 mm


 

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