1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-7 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1283 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |