2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 770 kg more than 1950 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 GMC Sonoma | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonoma | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |