1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
