1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJS | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 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 | 1930 kg | 840 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 |