1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-Type | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
