1975 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
