1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
