1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 560 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |