2009 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 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.
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2009 BMW 650 | 1966 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 650 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |