2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
