1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | S4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |