1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Super 90 2005 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model Super 90 911
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1759 cc 3822 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 408 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.3 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 11.8:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 293 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2360 mm


 

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