1998 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 BMW 320.
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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
