1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, both 1992 Porsche 968 and 1992 Audi V8 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 1992 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 968 | 1992 Audi V8 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 968 | V8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |