1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,256 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 432 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn 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 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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.
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1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Silver Dawn | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4256 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |