1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 574 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
