2011 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 358 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beetle | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
