1983 Porsche 959 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD, 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 959 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 959 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2578 mm |
