1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | 335 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |