1980 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1302 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
