1959 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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1959 Volkswagen Beetle | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Beetle | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |