1995 Porsche 993 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 993 | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 993 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |