1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro 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 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Quattro | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |