1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 38 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 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos, 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Eos |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |