1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
