1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 466 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 123 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
