1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
