1970 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |