1996 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 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 260 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |