1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1601 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 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Savana |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2421 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 |
