1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pagani |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
