1971 Tatra T603 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1971 Tatra T603 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1965 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.
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1971 Tatra T603 | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
Model | T603 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |