1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
