2006 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2006 BMW 325 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 325 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2006 1962
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2997 cc 1192 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.9 mm 64 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 40 L