1965 Porsche 912 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 912 | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 912 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
