2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 388 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (475 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | W12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
