2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Convertible | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
