1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2537 mm |
