2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 716 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
