1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 194 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |