2006 BMW 330 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1095 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 89 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |