1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |