1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 6C | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |