1972 Audi Variant vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Variant | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
