1977 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 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 1976 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
