1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
