1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 980 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Panamera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |