1994 BMW 518 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1994 BMW 518 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 1994 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 518 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
