2001 BMW Compact vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
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 Compact (237 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Compact | Microbus |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |