1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
