1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Volkswagen | Panoz |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Esperante |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |