1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | TT |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |