1993 BMW 856 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 856 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 1993 BMW 856. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 856 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
