2000 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 655 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.

Because 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2000 Audi A4 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2000 1965
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2393 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 40 L