1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Quattro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
