2001 BMW Compact vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 880 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Compact 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 2001 BMW Compact. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compact | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
