1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 228 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 930 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
