1999 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Caravelle | 650 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |