1989 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
