Volkswagen Beetle

A 1970 Volkswagen Beetle at Stony Stratford Classic Festival

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Volkswagen Beetle - key facts

Volkswagen Beetle Specifications
Production	21,529,464 (All types)
From	1945
Until	1954
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	13ft 4in	4m
Kerb Weight	1652lb/0.737ton	749kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1131cc	69cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	25bhp @ 3300rpm	25PS @ 3300rpm
Specific Output	22bhp/litre	0.36bhp/cu in
Torque Output	49lbft @ 2000rpm	66Nm @ 2000rpm
Specific Torque	59Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	34bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile	24.6 seconds
Top speed	63mph	101km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Rear
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Torsion bar
Rear Suspension	Independent Torsion bar
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4