1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
