1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 217 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | CC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |