1990 Audi V8 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 V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | V8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |