1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 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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1990 Alpine A 610 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 610 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |