2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |