2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1788 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 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 Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
