1999 BMW 529 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 529. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 529 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
