2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1959 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan | 1959 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |