1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 577 kg more than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
Model | Conquest | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |