1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 55 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1170 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2011 Alpina B7 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. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alpina |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | B7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
