2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |