2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
