2007 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
