1980 BMW M5 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | 1303 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |