1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
