2002 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 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 356 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 724 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen W12 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | W12 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
