1994 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |