1991 Alpina B vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1964 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
