2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1060 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q45 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
