1996 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 255 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |