1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 808 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJS | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |