1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 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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1954 Plymouth Belvedere | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Belvedere | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |