1968 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |