2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
