1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1154 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Beetle | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| 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 | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
