1996 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan Plus 4 | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
Model | Plus 4 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |