2008 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (420 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen W12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | W12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |