2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1958 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1958 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
