1975 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |