1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
