1967 MG MGB vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG MGB weights approximately 42 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGB | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGB | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
