1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 959 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |