1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 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. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 456 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
