2004 Lexus GX vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GX | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
