1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1966 Ford Falcon 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 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
