1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-7 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |