2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 433 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Because 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro 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, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Nuvolari Quattro | Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 591 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2537 mm |