2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Beetle | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
