1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 965 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 965 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
