2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 502 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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2009 Dodge Ram | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |