1989 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 70 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |