1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 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 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
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 | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |