1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Polo | X5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2934 mm |