2006 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |