1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 765 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 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 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 128 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
