1982 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, both 1982 Volkswagen Polo and 1982 BMW 318 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 1982 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Polo | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Polo | 318 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
