1973 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
