1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1283 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
