2001 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 316 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 316 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2001 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 316 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
