1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602.
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, 1998 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1602 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
