2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1598 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Park Ward | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
