2007 Acura TL vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 10 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 298 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | W12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |