1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 1975 BMW 1602 and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1602 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
