1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 3 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |