1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Testarossa | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 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 | 1500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
