2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 924 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Centieme | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
