1978 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1978 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1302 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
