1995 BMW S3 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
