1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
