1991 Audi S2 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
