2008 Ford GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
