1996 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |