1966 Alvis TF vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1966 Alvis TF and 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alvis TF | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
Model | TF | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |