1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 58 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | A5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |