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Volkswagen Beetle (2016) vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo (2012) Specs

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2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Volkswagen Beetle BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.0 in 120.7 in -20.7 in
Length 168.4 in 196.8 in -28.4 in
Width 71.2 in 74.8 in -3.6 in
Height 58.5 in 61.4 in -2.9 in
Curb Weight 3056 lb. 4894 lb. -1838 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.5 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.3 in 59.3 in -4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 40.6 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.0 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.0 in 57.7 in -8.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.4 in 41.8 in -10.4 in
Total Legroom 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 82.4 in (over 2 rows) -9.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 15.5 ft3 -0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 29.9 ft3 60.0 ft3 -30.1 ft3

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