1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 26 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 584 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 270 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
