1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 993 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2751 mm |
