2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 686 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
