1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 510 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1283 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
