2009 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
