2004 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 120 | Fusca |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |