2008 BMW 630 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 630 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
