2009 BMW 545 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1967 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 545 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
