1959 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 51 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 589 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 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Beetle | Frontier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |