1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 928 | A4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |