1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
