2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 950 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 456M | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 456M | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |