1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
