1979 BMW 732 vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 732 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |