1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 965 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 965 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
