1988 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M6 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |