1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 444 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Eos |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1444 mm |