1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
