1989 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
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 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 911 (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911.
Because 1964 Porsche 911 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 911. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
