2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 40 L |