1991 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 235 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2224 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |