1986 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 730 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
