2012 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
