1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1602 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
