1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Atlantique | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69 mm |
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 | 1250 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |