1976 BMW 630 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 182 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 630 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1640 kg |
