1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Ford F-250

To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 49 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 2011 Ford F-250
Make Volkswagen Ford
Model Karmann-Ghia F-250
Year Released 1962 2011
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1285 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1966 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 132 L


 

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