1995 Acura Legend vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |