1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |