1976 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Polo | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |