2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 965 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
