2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concept Eight | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2430 mm |
