1999 BMW 529 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1999 BMW 529 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 1999 BMW 529. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 529 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
