1964 Porsche 904 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 718 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 904. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 904 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
