2004 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
