1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1963 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 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 348 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
