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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 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 225 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 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 341 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 | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1950 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
