2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 257 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Tiguan | M1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 116 L |