1966 Porsche 912 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 164 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Porsche 912 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 1966 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 912 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 912 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
