2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1022 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 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
