1962 BMW 700 vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 840 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
