1995 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |