1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 760 kg more than 1968 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.
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1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 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 | 1620 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |