2011 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2011 BMW 730 and 2011 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 908 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 730 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 730 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5212 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
