2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 533 kg more than 1958 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Boxster | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Boxster | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |