2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 40 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chiron | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
