1993 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2918 mm |
