2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 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.
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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2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |