2007 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
