1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | TT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |