1998 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 923 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 730 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |