2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |