1964 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 911 (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911.
Because 1964 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
