1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1853 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |
