1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK X | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
