2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
