1959 BMW 700 vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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.
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1959 BMW 700 | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2430 mm |