1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Sport | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |
