1998 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 316 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
