2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1388 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
