2004 BMW 116 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 116 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
