1952 Triumph Mayflower vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 104 kg more than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Triumph Mayflower | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Mayflower | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |