2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Volkswagen Polo has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
