2005 TVR Tuscan vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1964 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Tuscan | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tuscan | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1230 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
