1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1020 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2874 mm |
