1989 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
