2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2430 mm |
