1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 794 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 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 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 965 | T5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3410 mm |