1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-7 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |