1974 BMW 3 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1974 BMW 3 and 1974 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 BMW 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 1974 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (85 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
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1974 BMW 3 | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |