2007 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD, 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
