1954 Opel Rekord vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
