1976 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |