1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 175 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-Type | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
