1979 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 928. (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 928. (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 928. 2011 Audi A7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 928 | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 928 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
