1992 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
