2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |