1968 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
