1981 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |