2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1956 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 DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | DrifterX | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
