1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | I |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1283 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |