1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1740 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |
