2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rainier | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
