1984 Audi 4000 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 4000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
