2012 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 135 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 135 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
