1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
