1990 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1968 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 520 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |