2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 521 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalanche | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 89 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |