1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 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 | 820 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
