2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2001 Venturi Atlantique is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Atlantique | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2537 mm |