1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 964 kg more than 1966 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK VIII | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
