2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 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 | 850 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |