1950 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 852 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
