2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2430 mm |