2002 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 410 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 229 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen W12 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | W12 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
