1991 Audi S2 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| 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 | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
