1989 Audi V8 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
