1977 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ascari A10 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 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ascari |
| Model | Beetle | A10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |
