1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2751 mm |