2000 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 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 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
