2005 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1961 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
