1995 BMW S3 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | S3 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |