2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model V8 Vantage Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2005 1960
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4280 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 379 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 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 1570 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2430 mm


 

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