1976 BMW 633 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1976 BMW 633 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 1976 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 633 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
