1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 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.
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1984 Maserati 420 | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | 420 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |