1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 800 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 904 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Lotec | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 1000 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
