2003 Ford GT vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 1 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 107 more horse power than 2003 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 269 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT 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:
| 2003 Ford GT | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | W12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
