1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 6 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
