2007 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, both 2007 BMW 750 and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 750 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 2007 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 750 New Beetle
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1231 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L