1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1958 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2497 mm |