1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 317 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Copperhead | Beetle |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |