2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
