1970 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 313 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
