1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 47 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | CC |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |