2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 49 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1120 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 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |