1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 285 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 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |
