1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 609 kg more than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | SLK |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |