1985 BMW 333 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 1985 BMW 333 and 1985 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 BMW 333 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 333 (451 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 333 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 333 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 BMW 333 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 1985 BMW 333. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1985 BMW 333 (705 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm). This means 1985 BMW 333 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.

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