2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1868 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
