1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
