1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
