1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 630 kg more than 1964 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 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |