1990 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |