1996 Audi S6 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |