1971 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
