1992 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Audi 100. (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi 100.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
