1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | RS2 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |