2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
