1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brougham | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2430 mm |
