2007 BMW 523 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 523 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |