1989 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 555 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Venturi Cabriolet | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Cabriolet | Beetle |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |