2007 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |