1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1250 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
