2004 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
