1980 Audi Sport vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Sport | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |