2007 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 318 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
