2005 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | 1302 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |