2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayenne | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1471 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
