2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1949 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2000 Cadillac Seville | 1949 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |