1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 496 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
