1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 949 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
