1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
