1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 776 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.
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1999 Holden Berlina | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlina | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |