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Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Coupe

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karmann-Ghia Coupe
Year1960
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power30.7 PS (23 kW or 30 HP) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Max torque77.00 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.0:1
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0378 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
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