2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 371 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
Model | New Beetle | Rural |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |