1968 Steyr 700C vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Steyr 700C 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 306 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr 700C | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700C | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
