1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Aston Martin DB4 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model DB4 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1966 1962
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3670 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 40 L


 

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