1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 940 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 965 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
