2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1956 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |