2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2430 mm |