1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2800 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
