1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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:
| 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 330 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
