1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 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. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 330 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
