1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 48 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1140 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
