1995 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1995 Audi A4 and 1995 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A4 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 993 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |