1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 179 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Rekord | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |