2005 BMW 535 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 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 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 535 | Sedan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |