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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 304 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 345 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.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 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 |
