1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
