1954 Rover P4 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 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.
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1954 Rover P4 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |