1990 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 861 kg more than 1955 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am has automatic transmission and 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Trans Am | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Am | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |