1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |