1989 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
