2002 Porsche 996 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
