2008 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
