2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drifter | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1285 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
