1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1972 Mini Clubman and 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mini Clubman (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Because 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1972 Mini Clubman | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Clubman | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |