1994 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
