2004 BMW 545 vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 545 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
