2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
