1970 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Variant | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
