2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 50 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 468 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2410 mm |