1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
