2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 125 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
