2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayenne | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
