2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z8 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
