1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |