2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
