1970 Audi Variant vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 406 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Variant | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
