1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (149 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 203 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Bora |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |