2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
