1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 930 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
