2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Beetle | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
