Karmann Ghia vs Sumo Grande
Volkswagen · Tata Motors
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Sumo Grande beats the Karmann Ghia by a wide margin, finishing 3.49 seconds ahead. It's the 71 extra horsepower talking — the Sumo Grande simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Sumo Grande is $16,500 vs $25,000 for the Karmann Ghia — a $8,500 gap. Power: Sumo Grande makes 71 hp more (47 vs 118). 0–100 km/h: Sumo Grande is 8.00s quicker (23s vs 15s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Karmann Ghia or the Sumo Grande?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Sumo Grande is faster, beating the Karmann Ghia by 3.49 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Karmann Ghia vs the Sumo Grande?
The Karmann Ghia hits 100 km/h in 23 seconds, while the Sumo Grande does it in 15 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Karmann Ghia produces 47 hp; the Sumo Grande produces 118 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Karmann Ghia tops out at 138 km/h, and the Sumo Grande reaches 140 km/h.
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