1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 50 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), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 460 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 125 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| 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 | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
