2005 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. 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 M3 (337 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
