1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus 340 R | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | 340 R | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |