1955 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 868 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Volkswagen Beetle | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
Model | Beetle | Omega |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |