2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
