1985 Audi 200 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 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 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200, 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 200 | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |