1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
