1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |