2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 552 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.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |