1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 19 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 560 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.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | single |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
