1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 968 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
