2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 89 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |