2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1661 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
