1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Super 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
