1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 92 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |