1992 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Volkswagen Corrado | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Corrado | 535 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |