2009 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
