2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Transporter | 640 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
