1970 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 338 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 993 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |