2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
