1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1924 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Beetle | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3380 mm |
