2007 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 330 Microbus
Year Released 2007 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2470 mm


 

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