1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caprice | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
