1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 655 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 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 | 820 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |