1998 BMW 845 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 845 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 845 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2651 mm |