1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Porsche 930 | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |