1969 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 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, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
