1995 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
