1995 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
