1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 928 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |