2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 585 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.
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 Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayman | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1285 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
