2006 BMW 650 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 650 | Microbus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |