1972 Toyota Century vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 513 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Century | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
