1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |