1972 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Engine LocationRear
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Production Years for Series1938 - 1980
Price$1,845.00
Weight1786 lbs | 810.1 kg

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationO
Cylinders4
Air-Cooled
Solid valve lifters
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement1585.00 cc | 96.7 cu in. | 1.6 L.
ValvetrainOHV
Horsepower65.00 BHP (47.8 KW) @ 4600.00 RPM
Torque86.80 Ft-Lbs (117.7 NM) @ 2800.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio27.5 LB / HP
HP / Liter40.6 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio7.7:1
Main Bearings4
Engine Electronics12-volt electrical system
Fuel TypeGasoline - Petrol

Standard Transmission
Gears4
TransmissionManual