2007 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 511 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 335 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 335. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 335 2007 Volkswagen Polo
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 335 Polo
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.8 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1089 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L