1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 928 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
