1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | S4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2809 mm |