1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 928 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 928 | A7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2914 mm |