1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 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.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Sport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
