1994 BMW M5 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 32 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW M5 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model M5 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1994 1962
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3795 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 40 L


 

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