2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1960 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.
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2007 Toyota Quantum | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Quantum | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |