1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 33 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
