2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |