1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 995 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.
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 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
