2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 730 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Airflite | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
