1980 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
