1990 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |