1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 486 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |