1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Camaro and 1998 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Beetle |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |