2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Boxster | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |