2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 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 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
