2009 BMW 118 vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1974 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1974 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 118 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
