1990 BMW 518 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 518 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1640 kg |
