1974 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 15 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
