2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
