1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 1997 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Karmann-Ghia Passat
Year Released 1960 1997
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1192 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm


 

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