1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1602 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
