1991 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
