2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1951 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2008 kg more than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2009 Land Rover Defender | 1951 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |