1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetfire | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
