1986 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 24 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1986 BMW 730 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 1986 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 730 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
