1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Porsche 928

To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Audi 100 1986 Porsche 928
Make Audi Porsche
Model 100 928
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 4957 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 430 Nm
Top Speed 205 km/hour 274 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1224 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2510 mm


 

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