1997 Venturi 400 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 31 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), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 332 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Venturi 400 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |