1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
