2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 258 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1192 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
