1990 BMW 518 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 518 | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
