1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |