2007 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 BMW M6 and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
Because 2007 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
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2007 BMW M6 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M6 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |