2007 BMW 130 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
