1991 BMW M12 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M12 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
