1967 MG MGC vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 1967 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGC | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 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 Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
