2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 485 kg more than 1965 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 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Esprit | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |