What is the relationship between the Beetle and Porsche?
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The Beetle was designed by Ferdinand Porsche, the founder of Porsche. The first-generation Beetle featured a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine design, which also served as the prototype for the first-generation Porsche 911. The first-generation Porsche 911 likewise adopted a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. In terms of power, the Beetle offers a choice between a 1.2-liter turbocharged engine and a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. The 1.2-liter version delivers 105 horsepower, while the 1.4-liter version produces 150 horsepower. As for the transmission, the Beetle is equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission across all models.