1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 59 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1699 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 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Beetle | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
