1994 Audi V8 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | V8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |